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Alpha Blue Capital US Small-Mid Cap Dynamic ETF(ABCS)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ABCS
09/28/2026: ABCS (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Alpha Blue Capital US Small-Mid Cap Dynamic ETF (ABCS) provides active, quantitative-based exposure to US small- and mid-cap equities. It aims to outperform market benchmarks through a dynamic strategy that adjusts holdings based on systematic signals. Its primary strength lies in this active, rules-based methodology, which differentiates it from static index funds. However, investors must consider the higher expense ratio and the liquidity constraints typical of niche, actively managed ETFs. It is best suited for growth-oriented investors looking for tactical exposure to smaller companies, provided they can tolerate the higher volatility and business risks inherent in this market segment.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | The focus on small and mid-cap equities targets companies with significant growth potential. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The fund's dynamic allocation strategy is designed to capitalize on market momentum. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | While the strategy is dynamic, it does not explicitly focus on deep-value fundamental metrics. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Weak fit | The fund prioritizes capital appreciation over consistent dividend income. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Small and mid-cap stocks naturally carry higher volatility, making this unsuitable for conservative portfolios. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking an active approach to small and mid-cap equity markets who are comfortable with higher volatility and higher management fees.
Suitability
Best suited for growth-oriented long-term investors looking to complement a core large-cap portfolio with an active, systematic small-mid cap tilt.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | Small and mid-cap stocks are inherently more volatile than their large-cap counterparts. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | The fund is susceptible to systematic downturns affecting the broader US equity market. |
| Concentration | Medium | The portfolio may concentrate in specific sectors if the quantitative model identifies favorable trends. |
| Tracking/expense | Medium | Higher expense ratios compared to passive funds create a performance hurdle for investors. |
| Liquidity | Medium / high | Lower trading volumes may result in higher execution costs for retail investors. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | Exposure to smaller companies involves higher operational and business-specific risks. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
ABCS experiences higher volatility than broad-market large-cap funds due to its focus on small- and mid-cap equities.
Market Risk
The fund is highly sensitive to the economic health of smaller US corporations and general market risk appetite.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market capitalization | US Small-Cap Equities | 55 | Provides exposure to smaller, high-growth potential companies in the US market. |
| Market capitalization | US Mid-Cap Equities | 40 | Offers a balance of growth and stability by investing in established mid-sized US firms. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 5 | Provides liquidity for rebalancing and defensive positioning during market stress. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 3.42% | Avg. Invested days 54 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/28/2026 |
ETF Fundamentals 
Source: EOD Historical Data • Updated Sep 28, 2026
Fund Basics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fund Size (AUM) | $12.58M |
| Issuer | ALPHA BLUE CAPITAL |
| Expense Ratio | 0.27% |
| Distribution Yield | 1.11% |
| Inception | Dec 18, 2023 |
| Index Tracked | BNY Mellon ABC Index |
Performance
| Period | Total Return |
|---|---|
| YTD | +12.29% |
| 1 Year | +15.33% |
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 1Y Volatility | 11.63% |
| 3Y Volatility | 0% |
| 3Y Sharpe Ratio | 0 |
Market Cap Distribution
| Cap Size | Weight |
|---|---|
| Mid Cap | 55.99% |
| Small Cap | 29.90% |
| Large Cap | 7.17% |
| Micro Cap | 6.09% |
| Mega Cap | 0.16% |
Top Sectors
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Financial Services | 22.15% |
| Healthcare | 16.92% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 13.97% |
| Technology | 13.89% |
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Characteristics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Portfolio P/E | 12.58x |
| Portfolio P/B | 1.95x |
| Portfolio P/S | 0.86x |
| Holdings Turnover | 0.0% |
Top Holdings
| Holding | Weight |
|---|---|
| Vanguard Small-Cap Value Index Fund ETF Shares | 9.53% |
| Vanguard Mid-Cap Value Index Fund ETF Shares | 9.18% |
| Vanguard Index Funds - Vanguard Small-Cap ETF | 5.18% |
| Vanguard Index Funds - Vanguard Mid-Cap ETF | 4.95% |
| Elevance Health | 2.22% |
Upturn AI Summary
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